Christiansburg in Montgomery County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Lewis-McHenry Duel
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 2, 2011
1. Lewis-McHenry Duel Marker
In this town occurred the duel between Thomas Lewis and John McHenry in May, 1808. This was the first duel with rifles known to have taken place in Virginia. It resulted in the death of both men. Dr. John Floyd, later Governor of Virginia and member of Congress, was the attending surgeon. This affair contributed to the passage in January, 1810, of the Barbour Bill outlawing dueling in Virginia.Erected 1951 by Virginia State Library. (Marker Number K-71.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1810.
Location. 37° 7.78′ N, 80° 24.532′ W. Marker is in Christiansburg, Virginia, in Montgomery County. Marker is at the intersection of West Main Street (U.S. 11) and South Franklin Street, on the right when traveling north on West Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 10 West Main Street, Christiansburg VA 24073, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker
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Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 2, 2011
2. US Rt 11 (facing north)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 2, 2011
3. US Rt 11 (facing south)
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 2, 2011
4. Lee Hwy marker located below K 71
Credits. This page was last revised on February 3, 2020. It was originally submitted on April 4, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,385 times since then and 395 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 4, 2011, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
